2005 Saab 9 3 Owners Manual

Changing bulbs 1 Press down the plastic lug on the bulb

holder.

2 Carefully remove the entire bulb holder unit from the lamp housing. Change the bulb.

3 Refit the bulb holder. Press the lug so

that it snaps into place. To refit the trunk lid trim 1 Withdraw the center of the rivets. 2 Fit the trim in place on the trunk lid. 3 Fit the rivets. Lock the rivets in place by pressing the center buttons in until flush with the collar.

Reversing lights and rear fog lights, Convertible Removing the trunk lid trim 1 Remove the two screws securing the

grab handle to the inside of the trunklid. 2 Unlock the plastic rivets by pressing in

the centre of each rivet no more than 3 mm. Pull out the rivets by taking hold of the rivet’s collar.

You can use the button on the handle of the screwdriver supplied with the car to unlock the rivets.

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Changing bulbs 1 Carefully remove the bulb holder with the broken bulb. The bulb holder has a bayonet fitting.

2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Refit the bulb holder. To refit the trunk lid trim 1 Withdraw the centre of the rivets. 2 Fit the trim in place on the trunk lid. 3 Fit the rivets. Lock the rivets in place by pressing the center buttons in until flush with the collar.

Dome light, front, Sport Sedan 1 Pull down the rear edge of the lens. 2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Insert the guide lugs on the front edge of

the lens and press the lens home.

Dome light, rear, Sport Sedan 1 Remove the entire overhead panel:

ease out the trailing end first, and then both sides of the front edge.

2 Fit the new bulb.

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Hatch opened for replacement of centre bulb

Reverse side of the light fitting. The arrows mark the outer bulbs

Dome light, Convertible 1 Pull down the rear edge of the light

fitting.

2 If the center bulb needs replacing, open

the hatch over the bulbs. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder. If one of the outer bulbs needs replacing, turn the light fitting round. Change the bulb from the reverse of the lighting fitting. The bulb has a bayonet fitting.

3 Position the front edge of the light fitting

and press the fitting up towards the windscreen rail.

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License plate lighting 1 Undo the two screws and remove the

lens.

2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Make sure the seal on the lens is

correctly seated.

4 Refit the lens and tighten the two

screws.

Glove box lighting (certain variants only) 1 Remove the lamp housing using a short

screwdriver.

2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refit-

ting the lamp.

Trunk lighting, Sport Sedan The lamp fitting is located under the parcel shelf. 1 Remove the lamp fitting by pulling down

one end.

2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refit-

ting the lamp.

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Other bulbs If any other bulbs need changing, we rec- ommend that you visit a Saab dealer.

Trunk lighting, Convertible 1 Remove the lamp in the rear end first. 2 Change the bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refit-

ting the lamp.

Courtesy/floor lighting (certain variants only) 1 Release one edge of the lamp fitting

using a screwdriver.

2 Fit the new bulb. 3 Insert the connector side first when refit-

ting the lamp.

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Bulb table

No. Designation Watt- age 55 Headlight 55
21

1 H7
2 H3
3 P21W

Front fog lights Taillights; rear fog light; brake lights; reversing lights

4 PY21W 5 R10W

6 R5W

T4W

8 WY5W/W5W 5

21 Direction indicator, front/rear 10 Rear dome lighting; courtesy lighting; glove box lighting; trunk lighting, Con- vertible License plate lighting; trunk lighting, Sport Sedan Reading light, rear Side-mounted turn signal (yellow); parking lights; front dome lighting

NOTICE

Only fit lamps of the specified rating. Lamps of the wrong wattage could damage the wiring harness and electronics.

The fuses are housed in three fuse panels: one behind a hatch on the left-hand end of the dash, one in the engine bay (additional small unit in front of battery) and one on the left-hand side of the trunk. There is space for spare fuses in the hatch on the left-hand end of the dash.

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Sound fuse / Blown fuse

To check if a fuse has blown, first remove it from the panel. If the filament is broken, the fuse has blown.

Fuses

WARNING

To avoid the risk of short-circuiting and/or fire breaking out in the electrical system, the following should be heeded: (cid:127) Always consult an Saab dealer before

modifying or adding any electrical equipment. Failure to do so can result in the electrical system being damaged.

(cid:127) Never replace a fuse with one having

a higher rating than specified (see page 229). The color of the fuse indi- cates its amperage.

(cid:127) If the same fuse blows repeatedly,

have the electrical system checked by an Saab dealer.

(cid:127) If a MAXI fuse blows, it means that

there is a major fault in the electrical system. Have the car checked without delay by an Saab dealer.

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Some fuses and relays may be fitted but not connected to the car’s electrical system.

Fuse panel in end of dash

A special tool for removing fuses is provided on the hatch on the left-hand end of the dash. Simply push the tool onto the fuse, squeeze and remove the fuse.

MAXI fuses The car also has a number of large fuses known as MAXI fuses. These are designed to protect the car’s electrical system from being damaged. Each MAXI fuse protects a number of electrical circuits and functions and therefore has a higher rating (amper- age) than the standard fuses. No spare MAXI fuses are supplied with the car.

NOTICE

If a MAXI fuse blows, there is a major fault in the electrical system. Have the car checked at a Saab dealer.

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15
10
20

Interior lighting incl. glove box Accessories Radio, sound system I; control panel, Infotainment System Control module in driver’s door

30
7.5 Manual climate control; fan 7.5 Headlight levelling switch 7.5 Hands-free; brake light switch; manual climate

control; clutch pedal switch Cigarette lighter Cabin fan

30
40

7.5 Airbag control module

Yaw sensor (cars with ESP)

12
13
14

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16
17
18
19
20
21

22
23
24
25
26
27

Fuse panel in end of fascia

No. Amp. Function

10

11

Steering wheel lock Steering column unit; ignition switch Hands-free; CD-player/CD-changer in cabin; SID

15
10
10 Main instrument unit; manual climate control;

automatic climate control (ACC)

7.5 Control module in front doors; Park Brake Shift Lock

(automatic transmission)

7.5 Brake light switch

20
30
10
30

10

Dash fuse panel; fuel filler door Control module in passenger front door Dash fuse panel Trailer socket; electrical socket in storage compart- ment between seats Data link connection (diagnostics)

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Trunk fuse panel, left-hand side

No. Amp. Function 1–5 MAXI

Trunk fuse panel, Sport Sedan

10

11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21

22
23
24
25

30 Control module in left rear door 30 Control module in right rear door 20
30

Trailer Left-hand brake light; rear right turn signal; right tail- light; right reversing light; high-mounted brake light; trailer lights Seat heating, left seat Seat heating, right seat

15
15

7.5 Autodimming rearview mirror; rain sensor

15

Sunroof

7.5 Telematics (OnStar) 7.5 DVD player (navigation system) 7.5 Saab Parking Assistance (SPA); control module in

rear doors Amplifier, sound system III

30
10 Movement sensor; CD changer in trunk (accessory) 30

Electrically adjustable driver’s seat with memory

30 Right-hand stop light; rear left turn signal; left taillight;

rear fog light; left reversing light; license plate light- ing; trunk lighting; trailer lights

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10 Convertible: Lumbar support, electrically adjustable

front seat

26

27

28
29

Trunk fuse panel, Convertible

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15
16

17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26

30 Washer fluid pump, headlights 30 Front right parking light; front right turn signal; left and right side turn signal; right high beam; left low beam; front left fog light

30 Windshield wiper motor, low speed 30 Windshield wiper motor, high speed 20 Parking heater; auxiliary heater 10 Headlight levelling 30 Washer fluid pump, windshield 20 Flash-to-pass 20 Amplifier, sound system II 30 Front left turn signal; front left parking light; front right

fog light; right low beam; left high beam

MAXI

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Fuse panel in engine bay

No. Amp. Function

10
11
12
13

10 Engine control module; automatic transmission con-

trol module

20 Horn 10 Engine control module

10 Selector lever, automatic transmission

Relays

R 1 Washer fluid pump, windshield R 2 - R 3 - R 4 - R 5 Flash-to-pass R 6 Horn R 7 - R 8 Starter motor R 9 Windshield wipers ON/OFF R10 - R11 Ignition +15
R12 Windshield wipers, high/low speed R13 - R14 Washer fluid pump, headlights R15 - R16 -

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Fuse panel in front of battery

No. Amp. Function

20

Fuel pump; preheated oxygen sensors (lambda probe) A/C compressor

10
30 Main relay

Relays 1 - 2 A/C-compressor 3 Preheated oxygen sensors (lambda probe) 4 Main relay, engine (ECM/EVAP/injectors)

Adjust the tire pressure to match the current load and speed of the car (see page 277). The stated tire pressures apply to cold tires, i.e. tires that are the same temperature as the outside air temperature. Tire pressure increases as the tires become warm (e.g. during highway driving) by approximately 0.3 bar (4 psi). When the temperature of the tires changes by 50°F (10°C), the tire pres- sure will change 0.1 bar (2 psi). Never reduce the pressure of a hot tire. If the tires are hot when you check them, only increase the pressure, if necessary.

Inflation - Tire Pressure The Tire-Loading Information label shows the correct inflation pressures for your tires when they’re cold. “Cold” means your vehi- cle has been sitting for at least three hours or driven no more than 1 mile (1.6 km). Notice: Don’t let anyone tell you that underinflation or overinflation is all right. It’s not. If your tires don’t have enough air (underinflation), you can get the following: (cid:127) Too much flexing (cid:127) Too much heat (cid:127) Tire overloading (cid:127) Bad wear (cid:127) Bad handling (cid:127) Bad fuel economy If your tires have too much air (overinfla- tion), you can get the following: (cid:127) Unusual wear (cid:127) Bad handling (cid:127) Rough ride (cid:127) Needless damage from road hazards

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Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your Saab Warranty and Service Record Booklet for details.

WARNING

Poor maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous. (cid:127) Overloading your tires can cause

overheating as a result of too much friction. You could have an blow-out and a serious accident. See “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243.

(cid:127) Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting accident could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pressure should be checked when your tires are cold.

(cid:127) Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured or broken by a sudden impact – such as when you hit a pothole. Keep tires at the recom- mended pressure.

(cid:127) Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If your tread is badly worn, or if your tires have been damaged, replace them.

After the tires have been rotated, adjust the front and rear inflation pressures as shown on the Tire-Loading Information label. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tight- ened. See page 249.

WARNING

Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to get all the rust or dirt off. See “Changing a tire” on page 248.

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Flat spotting All tires get hot, especially on long journeys or when the car is driven hard. After the car has been parked with hot tires and the tires have cooled down, a flat spot can form in the tire, where it is in contact with the ground. The same can occur if the car has not been moved for a long time. Flat spots can cause vibration that can be felt through the steering wheel, similar to that experienced when the wheels need bal- ancing. Flat spots of this type disappear once the tires get hot again, usually after 10–15 miles (20–25 km) of driving at cruising speed. If the outdoor temperature is low it takes a longer distance.

When to check Check your tires once a month or more. Don’t forget your compact spare tire. It should be at 60 psi (420 kPa). How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You can’t tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they’re underinflated. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire Inspection and Rotation Tires should be rotated every 7,500 miles (12 500 km). Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate your tires as soon as possible and check wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See “When It Is Time for New Tires” on page 236 and “Wheel Replacement” on page 239 for more infor- mation. The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve more uniform wear for all tires on the vehi- cle. The first rotation is the most important. When rotating your tires, always use the correct rotation pattern. Left front tire to left rear. Left rear tire to right front. Right front to right rear. Right rear to left front. Don’t include the compact spare tire in your tire rotation.

Buying New Tires To find out what kind and size of tires you need, look at the Tire-Loading Information label. If you wish to fit other tires or wheels than those supplied with the car, consult your Saab dealer first as to the possibilities available. Wheels/tires combinations that are not approved by Saab can negatively affect the car’s directional stability, steering and brak- ing in both wet and dry conditions.

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When It Is Time for New Tires One way to tell when it’s time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which will appear when your tires have only 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) or less of tread remaining. You need a new tire if any of the following statements are true: (cid:127) You can see the indicators at three or

more places around the tire.

(cid:127) You can see cord or fabric showing

through the tire’s rubber.

(cid:127) The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric.

(cid:127) The tire has a bump, bulge or split. (cid:127) The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that can’t be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage.

Treadwear indicator

Treadwear indicators The tires incorporate wear indicators in the form of smooth, treadless strips across the width, which become visible when only 2/32" (1.6 mm) of tread remains. As soon as the indicators become visible, new tires should be fitted without delay. Make sure you are familiar with the legal limit for minimum tread depth in your country and also any regulations gov- erning the use of winter (snow) tires.

The wheels and tires have been carefully matched to the characteristics of the car and play a key role in its outstanding roadhold- ing and handling. Do not take it for granted that a wheel/tire combination will work in the best possible way, just because it can be fitted to the car. To ensure that the speedometer is as accu- rate as possible it should be reprogrammed if wheels of a different dimension are fitted. Contact a Saab dealer. Because of front wheel drive, the front tires tend to wear faster than the rear ones. New tires should always be fitted in pairs, so that tires on the same axle have the same amount of tread. Store wheels lying flat or hanging – never standing upright.

NOTICE

Always consult your Saab dealer before changing the car’s wheels or tires on your Saab. Wide wheels and tires with side walls that are too low can: (cid:127) be damaged in potholes, etc.

(cid:127) cause springs, shock absorbers and wheel bearings and body mountings to be overloaded.

(cid:127) affect the function of the Electronic

Stability Program (ESP).

The speed and load limits of the tires must not be exceeded; see page 242.

Wheels larger than 17" must not be fitted on the Saab 9-3 for reasons above. The permissible offset is 1.61 inch (41 mm).

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WARNING

Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes or types (radial and bias- belted tires), the vehicle may not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes may also cause damage to your vehicle. Be sure to use the same size and type tires on all wheels. It’s all right to drive with your compact spare temporarily, it was devel- oped for use on your vehicle. See “Compact spare” on page 246.

WARNING

If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle.

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Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applica- ble on the tire sidewall between tread shoul- der and maximum section width. For exam- ple:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature The following information relates to the system developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administra- tion, which grades tires by treadwear, trac- tion and temperature performance. (This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States.) The grades are molded on the side- walls of most passenger car tires. The Uni- form Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-pro- duction tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Perfor- mance Criteria (TPC) standards.

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1.5) times as well on the govern- ment course as a tire graded 100. The rela- tive performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service prac- tices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction – AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades repre- sent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pave- ment as measured under controlled condi- tions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warn- ing: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dis- sipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temper- ature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of perfor- mance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

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Used Replacement Wheels

WARNING

Putting a used wheel on your vehicle is dangerous. You can’t know how it’s been used or how far it’s been driven. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. If you have to replace a wheel, use a new GM original equipment wheel.

Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall per- formance. Scheduled wheel alignment and wheel bal- ancing are not needed. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pull- ing one way or the other, the alignment may need to be reset. If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels may need to be rebalanced. Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rusted or corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced. If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except some aluminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired). See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel you need. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same way as the one it replaces. If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts, replace them only with new Saab original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for your vehicle.

WARNING

Using the wrong replacement wheels, wheel bolts or wheel nuts on your vehicle can be dangerous. It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle, make your tires lose air and make you lose control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement.

Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cool- ing, speedometer or odometer calibra- tion, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehi- cle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. See “Changing a tire” on page 248.

WARNING

When fitting just one new pair of tires, these should be fitted to the rear wheels, as these are more critical to the direc- tional stability of the car (e.g. on braking or in a skid). The existing rear wheels should therefore be moved to the front.

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Tire Chains

WARNING

If your vehicle has 225/45 R17 size tires, don’t use tire chains, there’s not enough clearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could cause you to lose control of your vehicle and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manu- facturer’s instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the device if it’s contacting your vehicle, and don’t spin your wheels. If you do find traction devices that will fit, install them on the front tires.

Notice: If your vehicle does not have 225/45R17 size tires, use tire chains only where legal and only when you must. Contact your Saab dealer regarding suit- able snow chains. Install them on the front tires and tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with chains on will damage your vehicle.

If a Tire Goes Flat It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving, especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a “blowout”, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire will create a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to main- tain lane position, and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane. A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a skid and may require the same correction you’d use in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the acceler- ator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently brake to a stop – well off the road if possible. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use your jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on the performance factors: treadwear, traction and temperature resis- tance. For more information see “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” on page 238. Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit: Max- imum load that can be carried and the max- imum pressure needed to support that load. For information on recommended tire pres- sure see “Recommended lowest tire pres- sure, cold tires” on page 277 and “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243.

Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into it´s sidewall. Tire size: The tire size ia a combination of letters and numbers used to define a partic- ular tire´s width, height, aspect ratio, con- struction type and service description. Department of Transportation (DOT): The Department of Transportation (DOT) code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Safety standards. Tire Identification Number (TIN): The let- ters and numbers following DOT code are the Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date the tire was manu- factured. The TIN is molded onto both sides of the tire. Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread.

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Tire Size The following illustration shows an example of a typical passenger car tire size.

215 / 55 R 16 93 H

a Tire Width b Aspect Ratio c Belt Rating d Rim diameter e Load range f Speed rating

Tire Width: The three-digit number indi- cates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall.

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Aspect ratio: A two-digit number that indi- cates the tire height-to-width measure- ments. For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is “55”, as shown in item “C” of the illus- tration, it would mean that the tire´s sidewall is 55% as high as it is wide. Belt Rating: A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire. The letter “R” means radial ply construction; the letter “D” means diagonal or bias ply con- struction; and the letter “B” means belted- bias ply construction. Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches. Load range: The load range represents the load carry capacity a tire is certified to carry. Speed Rating: The maximum speed that a tire is certified to carry a load. Speed ratings range from “A” to “Z”.

Tire markings An example of the meaning of the different markings in a tire size is given below for a tire size of 225/45 R17 94H:

225 Tire section width, mm 45 Aspect ratio, i.e. the section height

as a percentage of the section width

R Radial ply 17 Wheel rim diameter 17 in at bead

seats

94 Tire load index H Speed rating

Tire load indices

91 Tire approved for max. 1355 lbs.

(615 kg)

93 Max. 1433 lbs. (650 kg) 94 Max. 1477 lbs. (670 kg)

Speed ratings

Q Tire approved for speeds up to

100 mph (160 km/h)

S Max. 112 mph (180 km/h) T Max. 118 mph (190 km/h) H Max. 130 mph (210 km/h) V Max. 149 mph (240 km/h) W Max. 168 mph (270 km/h) Y Max. 186 mph (300 km/h)

TIN-code a Manufacturer´s Identification Mark b Tire Size c Tire Type Code d Date of Manufacture

Loading Your Vehicle

This label can only be found on vehicles sold in the U.S. Vehicles sold in Canada have the tire information label in the glove box, see page278.

This is an example of what your vehicle´s Tire-Loading Information/Certification label might look like. It is located on the B-pillar and shows how much weight your vehicle may properly carry. The label tells you the proper size, and recommended inflation pressures for the tires on your vehicle. It also gives you important information about the number of people that can be in your vehicle and the total weight that you can carry. This weight is called the Vehicle Capacity Weight, and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and all nonfactory- installed options.

Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the com- bined weight of optional accessories, for example, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire´s height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other rein- forcing materials. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Cold Inflation Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa), before a tire has built up heat from driving. See “Inflation - Tire Pressure” on page 234. Curb weight: This means the weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, without passengers and cargo.

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DOT Markings: A code molded into the sidewall of a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S. Department of Transportation motor vehicle safety stan- dards. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanu- meric designator which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production plant, brand and date of production. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle, see “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 269. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, see “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. There are 6.9 kPa to one psi. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index: An assigned number ranging from 1 to 279 that corresponds to the load carrying capacity of a tire.

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Maximum Load rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehi- cle capacity weight; and production options weight. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pres- sure: The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated. Normal occupant weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat mul- tipled by 150 pounds (68 kg). See “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243. Occupant Distribution: Designated seat- ing positions. Outward Facing Sidewall: The side of a asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that faces outward when mounted on a vehi- cle. The side of the tire that contains a white- wall bears white lettering or bears manufac- turer, brand and or model name molding on the other sidewall of the tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles.

Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehi- cle manufacturer´s recommended tire infla- tion pressure shown on the tire placard, see “Inflation - Tire Pressure” on page 234 and “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243. Radial Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the cen- terline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead. Speed rating: An alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction: The friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip pro- vided. Treadwear Indicators: Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars”, that show across the tread of a tire when only 2/32 inch of tread remains. See “When It Is Time for New Tires” on page 236.

Tread Width: The width of the tire´s tread. UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality Grade Stan- dards, a tire information system that pro- vides consumers with ratings for a tire´s traction, temperature and treadwear. Rat- ings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The rating are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” on page 238. Vehicle Capacity Weight: Is the number of designated seating positions multipled by 150 pounds (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing original equipment tire size and the recommended cold inflation pressure. See “Loading Your Vehicle” on page 243.

5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calcu- lated in Step 4.

6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,

load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehi- cle.

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Winter tires Winter (snow) tires are recommended for winter climates where the majority of your driving will be done on snow and ice. Winter tires should be fitted to all four wheels to maintain a proper balance. Your Saab dealer can advise you of to the correct size tire for your car (if different from the original size) and also supply Saab approved winter tires pre-mounted on steel or alloy rims. Winter tires normally use a different speed rating compared to summer/all season tires. Make sure not to exceed the stated speed rating on the tires you use.

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement “The

combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle´s placard.

2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

3 Substract the combined weight of

the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.

4 The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail- able cargo and luggage load capac- ity is 650 lbs. (1400–750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.).

The spare tire, the tools and the jack with its crank are carried under a panel in the trunk. Fold the carpeting forward to ease access to the tools and spare tire. The screwdriver handle has a “button” for removing plastic rivets. This type of rivet must be removed when changing the light bulb in the trunk lid (see page 221).

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Date code

Tire date code Tires should be regarded as perishable goods. As the tires age, the rubber becomes progressively harder, and the roadholding ability of the tires diminishes. This is partic- ularly true on winter tires. Tires have a code that specifies their date of manufacture. The first two digits denote the week number and the last two digits the year. Accordingly, a date code of 3701 signifies that the tire was manufactured in week 37, 2001.

Compact spare

WARNING

The spare tire or punctured tire must be stowed under the trunk floor, and secured in place with the retaining nut.

The compact spare is light and easy to handle when changing the tire. Its use is only permitted when a standard tire has sus- tained a puncture. The maximum life of the tire is only just over 2,000 miles (3,500 km). Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) with the compact spare fitted. The tire pressure should be 60 psi (420 kPa). Put the punctured tire in the spare wheel well under the trunk floor. “Driving with the compact spare tire”, see page 193. Have the standard tire repaired and refitted as soon as possible.

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Your Saab is equipped with a trip computer and you can use its “Speed warning” func- tion, to monitor driving speed since you must not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

Tools under a panel in the trunk

NOTICE

To avoid damaging an alloy wheel with a flat tire, this can be placed outside up in the spare-wheel well but only while driv- ing to the closest workshop. A general rule is that all heavy loads must be well secured in the luggage compart- ment (see page 143).

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Changing a tire

WARNING

Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. The jack provided with your vehicle is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack. Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for chang- ing a flat tire.

Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you or other people. You and they could be badly injured or even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving:

1 Set the parking brake firmly. 2 If you have an automatic transmis-

sion, put the shift lever in PARK (P). For a manual transmission, leave the car in gear (1st or REVERSE (R)).

3 Turn off the engine and do not restart

while the vehicle is raised.

4 Do not allow passengers to remain in

the vehicle.

To be even more certain the vehicle won't move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of the tire farthest away from the one being changed. That would be the tire, on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle.

(cid:127) The car jack is designed solely for use

in changing a tire or fitting snow chains. It must not be used to support the car during repair work or servicing.

(cid:127) Never crawl under a car that is

supported only by a jack. Always use axle stands.

(cid:127) Raising your vehicle too high or with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle, and raise the vehicle only far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit (no more than 25 mm or 1 inch clearance between the ground and the bottom of the tire).

(cid:127) Switch on the hazard warning lights if

the car is on a road.

(cid:127) The jack should be stored correctly under the carpeting in the trunk. If it lies loose in the car, it could thrown forward and cause personal injury in the event of a crash or if the car rolls over.

(cid:127) Grit, salt and rust can clog the inner

threads of the wheel bolts if the car has been driven for several years exclu- sively with alloy wheels. If steel wheels are being installed, the bolt hole threads in the brake hubs should be cleaned before the thinner steel wheels are fitted. It may other- wise not be possible to achieve the correct clamping force, despite tight- ening the wheel bolts to the correct torque.

When the car has to be lifted, the jack must be positioned at one of the four jacking points (front or rear) under the sill members. If a floor jack is used, the lifting plate must be positioned under the normal jacking points, see illustration. If the car is equipped with a towbar, the jack can also be placed under this.

NOTICE

Apply the jack only to the jacking points indicated on the body.

1 Wind the jack up to a suitable height

before placing it under the jacking point. Each jacking point is indicated by an arrow on the sill (see illustration). Make sure that the jack fully engages the jacking point in the underside of the sill member and that the entire foot of the jack is steady and flat on the ground. The jack must not stand on snow, ice or similar. Wind up the jack until it just begins to lift the car.

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Marking of jacking points

Jacking points

2 It is not necessary to remove the wheel

cover. If, none the less, you wish to remove the wheel cover, take hold of the outer edge and pull it straight out. Loosen the wheel bolts half a turn.

3 Wind the jack to raise the wheel clear of the ground. Remove the wheel bolts and lift off the wheel.

4 Clean any rust or dirt from the contact surfaces between the wheel and brake disc. Do not wipe away the grease in the wheel hub.

5 Add a thin layer of grease on the bolts

before fitting, see page 251. Fit the wheel and screw in the bolts in the sequence shown on page 251 (opposite pairs). Tighten the bolts enough for the bolts and wheel to be seated correctly.

6 Lower the car and tighten the wheel

bolts to torque in sequence as shown on the following page. Tightening torque: Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Steel wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm).

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Jacking points for floor jack

Clean any rust or dirt from the contact sur- faces between the wheel and brake disc.

Do not wipe away the grease in the wheel hub.

NOTICE

(cid:127) Do not overtighten the bolts using a

impact wrench: not only can this damage the wheels but it can also make it impossible to undo the bolts using the wheel wrench in the car’s toolkit.

(cid:127) When refitting a wheel cover, make

sure that the valve protrudes through the marked recess in the wheel cover.

7 Retouching the wheel bolts after twenty

or so miles. Tightening torque: Light-alloy wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm). Steel wheels: 80 ft.lb. (110 Nm).

We advise against using wheels with large ventilation slots in winter, as the brake com- ponents are then more exposed to slush, road salt and grit. If you fit wheels of a different dimension, the speedometer can be reprogrammed to ensure it is as accurate as possible. Contact a Saab dealer. Driving with tire chains, see page 182

Grease the surfaces indicated with a thin layer of grease

Tightening sequence, wheel bolts

Safety belts

WARNING

If the car is involved in a crash, the safety belts, belt pretensioners and other asso- ciated components must be inspected at a Saab dealer. Never make any alterations or repairs to the safety belts yourself but visit a Saab dealer.

Check the function of the safety belts regu- larly as follows: (cid:127) Hold the diagonal strap and pull it sharply. The safety belt should lock and it should not be possible to withdraw it further.

Check the anchorage points in the floor. They must not have suffered rust damage. If a belt is worn or has any fraying edges, it should be replaced. Safety belts must not come into contact with substances such as polishes, oil or chemi- cals. If the belts get dirty, wash them with warm water and a detergent or have them replaced.

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Car care Upholstery and trim To remove fluff and hairs from the seats, door armrests and headlining, use a vacuum cleaner, a moist lint-free cloth, or a clothes brush. Remove spots and dirt using a cloth moistened with lukewarm soapy water. When using a stain remover, always work from the outside towards the centre to avoid leaving a ring. If a soiled ring or spot should remain, it can usually be removed using lukewarm soapy water or water alone. Spots left by liquids, such as soft drinks or thin oil, must be removed at once with an absorbent material, such as kitchen towel- ling. Then clean with a stain remover. White spirit is recommended for removing grease and oil stains. A medium stiff brush may also be used. Cleaning and caring for leather upholstery The principal reason for treating leather upholstery is to maintain its elegant appear- ance and to provide it with a protective film. Disco lour at ion caused by dust and wear mainly affects the lighter shades, although this is not detrimental to the leather, indeed, the patina resulting from use is often consid- ered desirable in leather. But if the leather is allowed to become too grubby, it can start to look shabby. The leather upholstery should be cleaned and reconditioned twice a year in conjunc- tion with spring and autumn inspections. In

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very warm, dry climates the leather may need more regular reconditioning. Use con- ventional leather care products. Follow the instructions on the packaging. Do not use unknown harsh polishing agents, cleaning agents, sprays, coarse soap or hot water. Textile carpeting Textile carpeting should be vacuum cleaned regularly. Carpeting can also be cleaned using a brush or sponge and carpet shampoo. For safety reasons, vacuum cleaners that are not earthed (grounded) must not be used out of doors.

Engine bay The engine bay should be cleaned with an engine decreasing and rinsed with hot water. The headlights must be covered over. Do not use a pressure washer. Avoid spraying electrical components and con- nectors. Do not use petrol as a cleaning agent or sol- vent when carrying out repairs or mainte- nance. Saab recommends the use of envi- ronmentally-friendly decrescendos. Washing The bodywork must be washed frequently. When the car is new, the body should be washed by hand using plain cold water and a clean, soft brush through which the water flows. Automatic caresses should be avoided when the car is new. After 5–6 months the paintwork will have hardened. To facilitate cleaning, a suitable detergent can be added to the water, which should be lukewarm. Remove any bird droppings without delay, as these can discolor the paintwork and prove difficult to polish out. Lay a wad of wet paper on the patch of dirt and leave it for a minute or so. It will then be easy to wash off the dirt. Use a soft cloth moistened with white spirit to remove splashes of tar or asphalt. Do not use strong cleaners, as these can dry out the paintwork.

NOTICE

Do not use alcohol-based cleaners on the plastic lenses of the front or rear lights, as these can cause a crackling effect on the lenses. The door mirrors should be folded in before the car enters an automatic car wash.

The underside of the car also needs wash- ing regularly, and this should be done extra thoroughly at the end of winter. Clean the underside of the car by hand if the car is usu- ally washed in an automatic car wash with- out special facilities for underbody cleaning. Never wash or leave the car to dry in the sun, but wipe it dry with a chamois leather immediately after washing to avoid smears and streaks. Clean the inside of window glass using a proprietary window cleaner. This is particu- larly important when the car is new, as upholstery and trim have a tendency to sweat a little at first. Keep the glass well polished, as this helps to prevent misting. Clean the outside of the windows with Saab washer fluid. This is especially important if the car has been washed in an automatic car wash, as sometimes a wax treatment is used that can contaminate the windshield and impair the performance of the wipers.

In the U.S., Saab offers a full complement of car care products. See your dealer or visit us at www.saabcatalog.com. Convertible: (cid:127) Wash the soft top with a mild soap solu-

tion and lukewarm water. For spot clean- ing the top, a finger nail brush can also be used. Stroke the brush in the direction of the fabric, not across the threads. If a pressure washer is used be heedful of the following recommendations: (cid:127) on the lower part of the car (not higher than the door handles): max pressure of 100 bar and not closer than 8 in. (20 cm).

(cid:127) on the upper part of the car: tax pres- sure of 100 bar and not closer than 32 in. (80 cm).

(cid:127) Do not use any drying chemicals or water-

proofing agents.

(cid:127) Avoid automatic car washes.

NOTICE

(cid:127) Try your brakes on leaving a car wash.

Wet brake discs reduce the perfor- mance of the brakes.

(cid:127) Fixed antennae, such as for a mobile

phone, must be removed if the car goes through an automatic car wash.

(cid:127) Cars with Saab Parking Assistance: Do not spray the sensors or closer than 8 in. (20 cm) to the sensors with a pressure washer, as this can damage them.

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Waxing and polishing Do not wax a new car during the first three or four months. In fact, there is no need to polish the car before the paintwork has started to dull through oxidation. Other than in exceptional cases, do not use abrasive polishes containing a cutting agent on a new car. Always wash the car thoroughly before waxing or polishing. Touching up the paint Damaged paintwork should be treated as soon as it is discovered: the longer it is left, the greater the risk of corrosion. The anti- corrosion warranty does not cover corrosion resulting from untreated defects. Paintwork damage sustained in a crash is usually extensive and can only be properly restored by professionals. However, you can repair small scratches and stone chip damage yourself. The nec- essary tools and materials, such as primer, touch-up paint and brushes, are available from your Saab dealer. In the case of minor flaws in the paintwork, where the metal has not been exposed and an undamaged layer of paint remains, touch-up paint can usually be applied directly, after any dirt has been scraped away using a pointed knife. If corrosion has already set in, such as the result of stone-chip damage, use a pointed knife to scrape off all surface rust. If possi- ble, the damaged area should be taken back to the bare metal. The metal should

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then be primed with two thin coats of primer applied by brush. After the primer has dried, apply several thin layers of topcoat until the surface of the repaired area is flush with the surrounding paintwork. Stir both primer and touch-up paint thor- oughly before use and allow each coat to dry before applying the next. Two-coat enamel As the name implies, two-coat enamel is applied in two operations. The first coat, the base color, contains the pigment, metal flakes and binder. The second coat consists of a clear enamel, which provides the final gloss for the paintwork and protects the base from moisture and environmental con- taminants. Touch-up stone-chip damage as follows: 1 Thoroughly clean the damaged area. 2 Then apply the primer, base color and finally, the clear enamel. To achieve the best finish, apply two or three coats of primer.

Surface treatment composition 1 Body panel 2 Zinc (certain components only) 7.5 µm 3 Phosphate coating 3 –5 µm 4 Cathodic ED 23 µm 5 Intermediate coat 35 µm 6 Metallic base/solid base 11 µm 7 Clear enamel 45 µm

Anti-corrosion treatment The entire car undergoes a series of anti- corrosion processes during production. These include electrophoretic priming, PVC-based coating to protect against stone chip damage and corrosion, and treatment of body cavities and members with thin, penetrating rustproofing oil. In addition, most body panels, such as the hood, doors and floor pan are galvanized. The anti-corrosion treatment on some parts of the car is constantly exposed to wear and prone to damage. This applies particularly to the underside of the car and inside the wheel arches, where grit, road salt and the like that are thrown up can give rise to cor- rosion where the underseal has worn away. The extent of this obviously depends on the conditions in which the car is used. Accordingly, make it a habit to hose the underside of the car often and to inspect the condition of the underseal. The anti-corro- sion warranty does not relieve the car owner of the need to carry out normal maintenance to the rustproofing and to make good any damage.

Use a hose to clean the underside of the car thoroughly. After it has dried, use a brush or spray to apply a viscous anti-corrosion agent to any worn or damaged areas, to prevent the onset of corrosion. Even after the anti-corrosion warranty has expired, it makes good sense to continue to maintain the rustproofing. Seams in the body, especially those in the doors and trunk lid, are particularly vulnera- ble to corrosion from the outside, caused by grit and salt thrown up from the road, and to corrosion from the inside, largely as a result of condensation. Keep the seams clean and at the first sign of any rust, apply a thin, pen- etrating, anti-corrosion oil. Your Saab dealer will be pleased to give you further advice.

What causes rust? Steel body panels of automobiles are sub- ject to rusting whenever air and moisture manage to penetrate the protective finish. Body panels may rust through if the process is unchecked. Rusting can occur wherever water is trapped or where the car’s panels are continuously damp. Damage to paint and undercoating by stones, gravel and minor crashes immedi- ately exposes metal to air and moisture. Road salts used for de-icing will collect on the bottom of the car and promote rusting. Areas of the country with high humidity have a greater potential for rust problems, espe- cially where salt is used on roads or there is moist sea air. Industrial pollution (fallout) may also damage paint and promote rust- ing.

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Preventive maintenance The following procedures are necessary to help protect against rusting. Refer also to the terms and conditions of the Performa- tion Limited Warranty described in the war- ranty booklet. 1 Wash the car frequently, and wax at

least twice a year. Under adverse conditions, where there is a rapid buildup of dirt, sand or road salt, wash your car at least once a week. After extreme exposure to salted snow or slush, evidenced by a white film on the car, wash the car immediately. Frequent washing will prevent paint damage from acid rain and other airborne contami- nants such as tree sap and bird drop- pings. If any of these contaminants are noticed on the car the finish should be washed immediately. (cid:127) Begin washing by rinsing the entire car with water to loosen and flush off heavy concentrations of dirt (include the underbody).

(cid:127) Sponge the car with a solution of either a good quality car soap or mild general purpose (dish washing) detergent and water.

(cid:127) Rinse car thoroughly with clean water. (cid:127) After washing, check and clear all drains in doors and body panels.

(cid:127) Wipe the car dry, preferably using a

chamois.

Inspect the undercoating and touch up if necessary. Pay particular attention to the fenders and wheel housings, which are exposed to abrasion by flying gravel, etc. If the composition has worn or flaked off, the steel must be thoroughly cleaned and dried before a fresh coat is applied. The cleaning is best done with a scraper and a steel wire brush, followed by washing with solvent. Apply the new coating thinly, otherwise it may run off or fall off when dry.

Recovery and/or recycling of automotive materials A typical car consists of metals (65–75 %), plastics (10–15 %), rubber (5 %) and small quantities of glass, wood, paper and tex- tiles. The recycling of metals has been com- monplace for a long time now. To facilitate the sorting of other materials, plastic parts, for instance, have been marked to identify the precise nature of the plastic.

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2 Clean the underside of the car during the winter. Use high pressure water to clean the car’s underside (floor panels, wheel wells) at least at mid-winter and in the spring.

3 Inspect the car frequently for leaks or

damage, and arrange for needed repairs promptly. After washing or after heavy rain, check for leaks. When wash- ing the car inspect body surfaces for paint damage. While checking for leaks, lift the floor mats and check underneath them. Water can collect in these areas and remain for prolonged periods. Dry any wet areas including the floor mats. Have leaks repaired as soon as possi- ble. Use touch-up paint to repair small scratches or minor finish damage. Areas where metal is exposed will rust quickly and MUST be repaired immediately by touch-up or professional repainting. Rust must be removed, the bare metal primed and painted. Major body damage should be repaired immediately and new panels or exposed areas should be undercoated with anti- corro- sion material. Repairs of this type are the owner’s responsibility and are not covered under warranty.

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WARNING

(cid:127) All repairs and adjustments to the A/C system must be carried out at a Saab dealer authorized for this kind of work. (cid:127) The A/C system is pressurized. Do not break any connections or undo A/C system components.

(cid:127) Escaping gas can cause eye injury or

other personal injury.

NOTICE

(cid:127) The A/C system is designed for use

with R134a refrigerant.

(cid:127) Refrigerant handling requires special equipment and special procedures for charging and draining the system.

(cid:127) Never mix R 134a with other refriger-

ants.

Troubleshooting If a fault occurs in the A/C system, there are a number of checks you can perform your- self. If the fault persists, however, have the system checked at a Saab dealer. Note: When the A/C system is running, the intake air is dehumidified. The resultant condensa- tion that forms on the evaporator is drained off under the car. When the car is parked, this may result in a small puddle forming on the ground. The warmer the air and the higher the relative humidity, the more con- densation will be produced. Inadequate cooling a Check that the controls for temperature and air distribution are correctly set; see “Manual climate-control system” on page 103.

b Check that the condenser (in front of the radiator) has not become clogged with dirt and insects.

c Make sure that the compressor drive

belt does not slip (see page 210).

d Check the fuses for the ventilation fans

and compressor (see page 229).

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NOTICE

Do not use a pressure washer when cleaning the condenser or radiator due to the risk of damage.

(cid:127) The compressor drive belt should be inspected under the regular service program.

(cid:127) Clean away dirt and insects from the

condenser and radiator to prevent clog- ging. When washing the car, use the hose to spray the radiator and condenser (located in front of the radiator) from both sides (both from the front of the car and from inside the engine bay). Do not use a pressure washer. Caution: Do not hose down the radia- tor and condenser while the engine is hot.

Other than in extremely cold weather, do not screen the radiator, e.g. with netting, as this will greatly diminish its cooling capacity. (cid:127) Applicable to the manual climate control system - During cold months the air condi- tioning should be switched on once or twice a month and run for 5–10 minutes during highway driving once the engine is warm. This action saves the gaskets in the compressor from being spoiled. The compressor uses a lubricant that circu- lates with the coolant.

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Note: The A/C system cannot be switched on when the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C). Turn on the A/C system when the car is standing in a warm place. Simplest is to always have the A/C button pressed in. The A/C system will then cut in automatically when the outside temperature is high enough.

Headlight aiming

WARNING

Before checking/adjusting the headlight aiming, switch off the engine to avoid danger of fingers and hands being injured by moving parts. The radiator fan can start up even when the engine is switched off.

The vehicle has a visual optical headlight aiming system equipped with vertical aiming device. The aim has been preset at the factory and should normally not need further adjustments. If your headlights are damaged in a crash, the headlight aim may be affected. If you believe your headlights need to be re- aimed, we recommend that you take it to your Saab dealer for service. However, it is possible for you to re-aim your headlights as described in the following procedure.

NOTICE

To make sure that your headlights are aimed properly read all instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlight parts or a not correctly aimed headlight.

To check the aim, the vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: (cid:127) The vehicle shall be placed so that the

headlights are 25 ft (7.6 m) from a light colored wall or other flat surface. The aiming area should be darkened, this will improve your ability to see the beam of the low beam headlight being aimed. An optical headlamp aimer can also be used and will than replace the wall.

(cid:127) The vehicle must have all four wheels on a perfectly level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface. (cid:127) The vehicle should be placed so it is per- pendicular to the wall or other flat surface. (cid:127) The vehicle should be unloaded and fuel

tank full, and one person or 160 lbs. (75 kg) on the drivers seat.

(cid:127) The vehicle should be fully assembled

and all other work stopped while headlight aiming is being done.

(cid:127) The vehicle should not have any snow, ice

or mud attached to it.

(cid:127) Tires should be inflated to the prescribed

pressure.

(cid:127) Close all doors. (cid:127) Rock the vehicle to stabilize the suspen-

sion.

Headlight aiming is done with the vehicle low beam lamps. The high beam lamps will be correctly aimed if the low beam lamps are aimed properly. If you find that the headlight needs adjust- ment follow these steps:

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